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  Question 306: Why does Marx say in footnote 38 to paragraph 177:3--4 that the commodities diamond, pearl, etc., only seem to possess relativity as exchange-values? Are exchange-values not relative by definition?   
  [141] Karly: A diamond is a girl's best friend.   Marx states that commodities only seem to possess relativity as exchange values because commodities' values will differ between individuals. For example, a pearl may be much more valuable to a certain individual than to another, therefore creating its exchange value.   
  I believe exchange values are not relative by definition based on the fact of each individual's considered values.   
 
 
 
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